Dollar Tree’s Black Friday 2025 Sale – What to Expect & When

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Dollar Tree’s sale usually runs for about two weeks, but it can vary depending on store inventory and demand. Most deals are “while supplies last,” so once a store runs out of a certain product, they likely won’t restock it until after the holiday rush is over.

That means the earlier you go, the better your chances of finding the full selection. If you wait until mid-December, it’s possible many of the seasonal and promotional items will be picked over. Some stores might even condense or rearrange their seasonal aisles by then to make room for new inventory.

What Kinds of Deals Can You Expect?

Dollar Tree’s Black Friday sale is mostly focused on holiday essentials and stocking stuffers — not electronics or major appliances. Think small, practical items, seasonal decorations, and gift-related accessories. If you go in expecting huge discounts on high-end goods, you might be disappointed. But if you’re aiming to stretch your dollar (literally), this sale can be surprisingly useful.

Here’s a general list of the types of products that are usually featured during the event:

  • Holiday décor: Ornaments, artificial wreaths, garlands, table runners, decorative bows, snow globes, and figurines.

  • Gift wrap & packaging: Wrapping paper, gift bags, tissue paper, boxes, ribbons, and tape.

  • Toys & games: Small toys, puzzles, craft kits, coloring books, board games, and character-themed items.

  • Candy & snacks: Holiday-themed sweets, chocolates, candy canes, cookies, and stocking stuffer-sized treats.

  • Household items: Kitchen towels, baking supplies, mugs, oven mitts, plastic containers, and candles.

  • Craft supplies: Stickers, glue, ribbon, markers, foam shapes, and felt sheets — popular for DIY gift-making or school projects.

  • Personal care & beauty items: Lip balm, face masks, lotion, nail polish, bath bombs, and travel-sized toiletries — ideal for mini gift baskets or stocking fillers.

How Big Are the Discounts?

Since Dollar Tree operates on a fixed pricing model, you’re not going to see items marked 50% or 70% off like at other stores. For a long time, Dollar Tree was known for selling everything at $1.00. That changed in recent years, and most items now sell for $1.25. They’ve also added “Dollar Tree Plus” sections in many stores, where you can find products priced at $3.00 or $5.00, and occasionally more.

So during the Black Friday event, you’ll mainly see a large selection of items that have been curated for the season, but not necessarily marked down beyond those standard price points. The “deal” comes more from the availability and timing than from deep discounts.

That said, some of the Dollar Tree Plus items do occasionally get bundled or temporarily offered at a slightly lower price during the holidays. For example, last year, some $5 LED holiday lights and decor pieces were marked down to $3. The markdowns are small, but for regular shoppers, they can still add up.

What Was on Sale Last Year?

If you want a better idea of what might be available in 2025, looking at the 2024 sale gives a pretty good preview. Last year’s ad was around 12 pages long, and it featured a wide mix of holiday and everyday items. Some specific highlights included:

Holiday Décor

  • 18” pre-lit mini Christmas trees ($5 in the Plus section)

  • Shatterproof ornament packs (8-packs for $1.25)

  • Battery-operated LED string lights in seasonal shapes (snowflakes, stars, candy canes)

  • Decorative wooden signs with holiday sayings

Gift Wrapping

  • 30-square-foot rolls of Christmas wrapping paper in licensed prints (Disney, Peanuts, etc.)

  • 3-packs of decorative gift boxes

  • Multipacks of gift tags and ribbons

  • Holiday-themed plastic totes for organizing gifts

Toys and Kids’ Items

  • Licensed coloring books (Marvel, Barbie, Hot Wheels)

  • Mini building block sets (similar to LEGO, but off-brand)

  • Mini dolls and action figures

  • Small board games and card games

Stocking Stuffers and Candy

  • Ferrero Rocher 3-packs for $1.25

  • Holiday-shaped marshmallows and lollipops

  • Small tins of cookies

  • Chocolate Santas and novelty candy canes

Kitchen & Table Items

  • Holiday mugs with printed designs

  • Plastic holiday tablecloths and plates

  • Cookie tins for homemade baked goods

  • Silicone baking tools in red and green

Online vs. In-Store

Most Dollar Tree stores participate in the holiday event, but your experience might vary depending on your location. Smaller stores may carry a more limited selection, while larger stores — especially ones with a Dollar Tree Plus section — tend to have more variety.

As for shopping online, DollarTree.com does offer many of the same holiday items, but there’s a catch: you often have to buy in bulk. For example, if you want to order gift bags or wrapping paper online, you may have to buy a case of 12 or 24. That’s great for teachers, event planners, or group gift exchanges, but maybe not ideal for someone who just needs one or two.

During Black Friday their website sometimes features limited-time bundles, exclusive items, or free shipping thresholds, so it might be worth checking out if you don’t mind buying in larger quantities.

Last Year’s Black Friday Ad

Dollar Tree’s Black Friday Ad Archive

Are you interested in seeing some of Dollar Tree’s older Black Friday ads? Then follow the links below to take a look at their previous ad scan spanning back through 2015.

Questions & Comments

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